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Construction Assistance Program

New Construction

With the annual Indian Affairs allocation for new construction, we are able to approve twelve loan approvals in the amount of $46,566.66. Applicant’s are approved based on the following criteria:

Criteria for Approval:

Applicant must hold Certificate of Possession (C.P.) for land

Applicant must be a member of the Mohawks of Akwesasne

Applicant must provide blueprints for house

Applicant must verify cost to build home

Inspector / E.H.O. must verify land adequate for house construction

When all these requirements are met their names go onto a waiting list and is selected by date of application. Verified reports indicating health and safety concerns can move applicant to top of list but still must meet the criteria.

Mission Statement

The Mohawk Council engages in dialogue with Akwesasronon about Kiokwahteron:hon. The Council enacts Boards, Commissions, Committees, Agencies and Departments to develop mandates, deliver services, protect aboriginal rights and assert jurisdiction consistent with the strategic directions and Vision of Council.

“Tetewate’n:ro:ta’non ska’niko’n:ra ke’n ke’nhak” – Lets be partners and use one mind.